There has been huge excitement in the wake of Michelin-starred celebrity chef Glynn Purnell announcing plans to open a restaurant in Coventry.

The restaurant will be at one of Coventry’s great historic buildings - the Charterhouse, just off London Road.

But what can people expect and when might they be able to dine there?

In terms of when it opens the aim is for it to be up and running ahead of Coventry’s ‘big year’ in 2021 when it becomes UK City of Culture.

As to what it will be like, the speculation has started already.

Michelin-starred chef Glynn Purnell. (Image: Jonathan Hipkiss)

What can we learn from Glynn Purnell's other eateries?

Perhaps the best indicator is to take a look at Glynn Purnell’s two existing establishments in Birmingham - Purnell’s Restaurant and Purnell’s Bistro & Ginger’s Bar.

While the two eateries have similarities they are also very different, with one offering a Michelin-starred fine dining experience and the other offering a slightly more relaxed set-up that combines eating and drinking.

Purnell’s Restaurant was the first of the two to open in 2007 and although Glynn had already established a culinary reputation of some note it was Purnell’s Restaurant which really propelled him into the big time.

It was awarded a coveted Michelin star in 2009 and has been at the forefront of establishing Birmingham’s reputation as an international fine dining destination.

After London, Birmingham is the UK city that boasts the most Michelin-starred restaurants.